Lecturer & Programme Lead – Plumbing

Company: The Supply Register Ltd
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Location: Houghton le Spring
Job Description:

Lecturer & Programme Lead – Plumbing

Salary: £31,375 – £40,912 per annum

The Supply Register Working with Education Partnership North East (EPNE)

We are recruiting two Lecturer & Programme Leads in Plumbing for Sunderland College’s Construction department. If you are an experienced plumber looking for a new challenge where you can pass on your skills and inspire the next generation this could be the perfect opportunity. No previous teaching experience is required – full training and support to gain your teaching qualification will be provided.

Why Join EPNE?

  • Rated Outstanding by Ofsted
  • Selected by the Department for Education as one of only 10 Construction Technical Excellence Colleges (CTECs) in England
  • Brand‑new HICSA campus, opened in 2025
  • Small class sizes (typically fewer than 20 learners)
  • Supportive team with excellent CPD and mentoring

The Role

You will deliver engaging practical and classroom‑based teaching while leading your programme area and supporting learners throughout their journey.

Responsibilities include:

  • Delivering Plumbing programmes to Further Education students
  • Supporting learner achievement, attendance and progression
  • Planning engaging lessons and practical workshops
  • Contributing to curriculum development and quality assurance
  • Building positive relationships with employers and industry partners

What We’re Looking For

  • Level 3 Plumbing qualification
  • Minimum of three years of hands‑on Plumbing experience
  • Level 2 Maths and English
  • A passion for supporting and developing young people

A teaching qualification is not essential. If you do not already hold one, EPNE will fully support you in achieving a Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.

An Enhanced DBS will be completed if required.

Benefits

  • Salary £31,375 – £40,912
  • Permanent, full‑time (37 hours)
  • 48 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Teachers’ Pension Scheme (28.68% employer contribution)
  • MyLifestyle employee discounts
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Optional dental plan
  • Eye care vouchers
  • On‑site parking

If you’re ready to use your industry experience to shape future tradespeople we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through The Supply Register.

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Posted: July 17th, 2026